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The Landscaping Podcast

Landscaping Unlimited

The Landscaping Podcast is where real landscapers talk shop. Hosted by Shay Brickhouse (CEO of Landscaping Unlimited, Inc.) and Zac Small (COO & Media), each episode dives into landscaping, hardscape, irrigation, turf installation, and the realities of running a company. From managing crews and scaling a business to balancing family and faith, we bring unfiltered conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, and tradesmen building lives outdoors. Whether you’re laying pavers, leading a team, or want

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All Episodes

54:24

61. Leadership Is a People Business with Jon Rennie

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2026/04/24

What does leading a submarine crew have to do with running a landscaping company?More than you'd think.In this episode, Shay and Zac sit down with Jon Rennie, former Cold War submarine officer, corporate executive, manufacturing business owner, and host of the Deep Leadership Podcast.Jon has spent decades studying and living out one simple truth: Leadership is a people business, and that doesn't change no matter the industry you're in.These three leaders dig into what real leadership actually looks

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23:18

60. Your Best Client Is Looking For You On Social...

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2026/04/22

In this episode, Zac speaks about the "Digital Division" of Landscaping Unlimited and how social media is a tool that all companies should use.This is not about becoming an influencer; it's about making a smart business decision.Property managers, commercial clients, and potential partners are online right now doing their research to find out who is doing the best work and who the best people are out there.If you're not showing up on their timeline, someone else is.Zac breaks down why social media

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24:05

59. Planting Seeds: Landscaping Unlimited Goes Back...

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2026/04/17

What does a landscaping company have to do with an elementary school?Everything.In this episode, Shay and Zac sit down fresh off a visit to Northeast Elementary School in Pinetown, NC, where they represented Landscaping Unlimited, Inc., The Landscaping Podcast, Z Photography & Media, and had a conversation with students that most in this industry would never think to have.And we must give a shoutout to the students of Northeast Elementary for kicking off this episode themselves; you'll hear

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19:47

58. AI Isn't Coming for Your Shovel (Why The Trades...

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2026/04/15

Everyone's talking about AI taking jobs; nobody's talking about the ones it can't touch.In this solo episode, Zac breaks down why artificial intelligence isn't moving into the trades, the blue-collar workforce, or the green industry anytime soon.He also explains why that matters more than most people realize, and while white-collar jobs are being automated and college degrees are losing their return on investment, the people who work with their hands are becoming more valuable by the day.This one is

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28:51

57. Your Backyard Should Make You Feel Better: The...

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2026/04/10

Your backyard should be the most restorative place you own.In this episode, Shay and Zac dig into the rise of outdoor wellness spaces and what it actually looks like to build one from the ground up.Meditation gardens, living water features, cold plunges, saunas, red light therapy, they cover the science behind why these things work and how Landscaping Unlimited brings it all together into one cohesive, custom outdoor space.Whether you've got a quarter acre or five, this episode will change how you

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56. Licensed & Loaded: Green Industry Licenses, and...

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2026/04/08

The green industry runs on more than grass and good intentions; it runs on credentials.In this episode, Shay and Zac break down the licenses they've used in the landscaping world, which are:NC Pesticide LicenseNC Irrigation LicenseNC Landscape Contractor's LicenseAnd the one Shay just added to the wall, his NC General Contractor's License.They talk about what each license actually means, why it separates serious operations from the guys with a truck and a prayer, and what Shay's GC license opens up

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27:51

55. Why Talented People Fail

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2026/04/01

Talent isn't enough.Zac Small goes solo this episode to talk about something nobody in the trades wants to admit: That there are talented people everywhere who are completely failing, and it has nothing to do with skill.Zac breaks down the five reasons he sees talented people fall short, from the job site to the leadership seat. This one hits close to home for anyone who's ever watched someone with real ability self-destruct, or looked in the mirror and wondered why they haven't gone further.The

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13:02

54. Nobody Is Coming to Save You | Why Small Towns...

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2026/03/30

Inthisepisode,wegethonestaboutahardtruth...Nobodyiscomingtosavesmalltowns.Inbigcities,peopleoftenlooktosystems,programs,andgovernmenttosolveproblems;butinsmalltownAmerica,ithasalwaysbeendifferent.Outhere,peoplehavetorelyontheirneighbors,theircommunity,andeachother.Thisconversationisaboutsmall-towngrit,responsibility,resilience,andpride.Itisaboutwhathappenswhenpeoplestopwaitingforoutsidehelpandstartshowingupforthepeoplearoundthem.Becauseinplaceslikeours,strengthisnotfoundinhandouts;itisfoundinhardwork

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27:35

53. Make Time Before You Lose It (Work, Self, and the...

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2026/03/25

In this solo episode, Shay breaks down a truth too many people learn too late: "If you do not take control of your time, your time will control you."He talks about the importance of managing your schedule with intention so your job gets your best, your mind and body are not neglected, and the people you love are not left with the job's leftovers.This episode is about priorities, discipline, and building a life that is in balance.Shay speaks on making room for your responsibilities, your personal

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23:14

52. The Green Industry Is More Skilled and Educated...

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2026/03/20

In Episode 52 of The Landscaping Podcast, Shay and Zac are in the truck, catching up after a busy week and getting into a truth that needs to be said more often:Most people have no idea how deep the green industry really is.Too many people see landscaping as just mowing grass, spreading mulch, or moving dirt.That mindset is shallow, and it’s wrong.The green industry is filled with skill, education, strategy, client management, plant knowledge, equipment knowledge, problem-solving, design awareness,

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53:09

51. A People-First Industry | Shay’s Turf Council...

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2026/03/18

In Episode 51 of 'The Landscaping Podcast', we’re bringing you the audio from Shay Brickhouse’s first public presentation in the green industry, delivered at the Turf Council of North Carolina meeting.In this talk, Shay breaks down what it really means to build a people-first industry and why the companies that win long term are the ones that take care of their team and their clients better than anyone else.This is a message about more than landscaping.It’s about leadership, culture, trust, service,

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50. Give Yourself the Freedom To Be Heard & Seen

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2026/03/13

In this solo episode, Zac talks about something a lot of people never fully give themselves permission to do, be real...Too many people are walking through life edited, filtered, watered down, and afraid to say what they actually think, feel, or believe. They stay quiet to keep the peace, shrink themselves to avoid judgment, and perform instead of live.That is no way to live.In this episode, Zac breaks down why authenticity matters, why your voice has to be used in a way that is true to you, and why

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30:47

49. When to Say No, Why You Must Know Your People, &...

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2026/03/11

Growth sounds good until it starts costing you your standards, your sanity, and the culture that built your company in the first place.In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast, Shay and Zac break down one of the hardest lessons in business: knowing when to say no.They talk about why not every opportunity is a good one, why knowing your people matters more than most owners realize, and how to scale a landscaping business without stretching your team, systems, or reputation past the breaking

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11:55

48. From Super Bowl Ads to Soil: Why the Green...

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2026/03/06

Zac went solo for this one, because there’s a message he wanted every landscaper and hardscaper to hear loud and clear.In this episode, he shares the exact messages from the ads Landscaping Unlimited ran during the Super Bowl and the Olympics, and break downs why we ran them in the first place...To help elevate the green industry, to tell the story that most people never see, and to give credit to the men and women doing real work with their hands every single day.This isn’t about ego and "Look at

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47. Spring Prep Playbook: How Shay Is Scaling...

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2026/03/04

Spring and summer don’t “show up” in the green industry; they hit you like a freight train, whether you're ready or not.In this episode, Shay breaks down how he’s preparing Landscaping Unlimited to dominate peak season in his 11th year as a Licensed Landscaper.From tightening systems and sharpening standards to getting crews, equipment, scheduling, and customer expectations locked in before the phone starts ringing off the hook.Whether you’re a homeowner wondering what to do first or a contractor

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31:56

46. Pre-Emergent vs Post-Emergent in Eastern NC (Soil...

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2026/02/28

If you live in Eastern North Carolina and you’ve ever wondered why weeds keep winning, this episode is your wake-up call.Shay and Zac break down pre-emergent vs post-emergent, what they are, how they work, and why timing matters more than “whatever your neighbor sprayed.”We talk soil temperatures, NC State, seasonal windows, and how to build a weed-control plan that matches your property, not a generic internet checklist.Inside, we cover:The difference between preventing weeds and killing what’s

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45. Compete Together & Fail Better

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2026/02/25

In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast, Zac gets real about two things the industry doesn’t talk about enough: Healthy Competition and Business Failures.First, he breaks down why landscapers and hardscapers should be rooting for each other while still competing at a high level.The work is hard enough without personal drama, gossip, and people trying to tear each other down; strong competition makes the industry better, while rude personal issues make it worse.Then Zac shares a recent business

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07:25

44. Landscaping Is Everywhere: Climate Challenges,...

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2026/02/16

Shay records a solo episode from the Big Island of Hawaii and talks about a landscaping truth:Every place on Earth has beauty, and every place also has problems.From comparing Hawaii to North Carolina, to breaking down how climate shapes everything from plant choices to drainage and durability, this episode is a reminder that great landscaping is about working with your environment, not fighting it.Shay also dives into two of the most calming, backyard-upgrading elements you can add. water features

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22:47

43. Don’t Make Your Family Pay for Your Job

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2026/02/11

You work hard, long days with physical labor, stress, and responsibility.But here’s the uncomfortable question:Are you giving your best energy to strangers, and bringing the leftovers home?In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast, Zac lays out five practical, no-excuses ways blue-collar men can show up for their wives and kids, even after exhausting workdays.This isn’t about being soft; it’s about leadership.You’ll learn:-> The 10-minute reset that changes the entire tone of your home-> How

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11:39

42. Staying on the Mission: How We Balance Business,...

The Landscaping Podcast ·

2026/02/06

In this episode of The Landscaping Podcast (Powered by Landscaping Unlimited Inc.)Shay and Zac get real about what it takes to stay focused on the mission when life doesn’t slow down.Between running a growing landscaping company, managing crews, handling customers, building a brand, coaching sports, volunteering in the community, and still trying to be present husbands and fathers, the pressure is constant.This isn’t a highlight reel episode...It’s a practical, motivating conversation about

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